Roxana Avila
Pomona,CA
Summary
Proactive Special Education Paraprofessional skilled at working with diverse special education students with several years of experience assisting classroom teachers and promoting individualized learning techniques. Successful at supporting children's unique needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Pomona Unified School District
Pomona, CA
11.2015 - 07.2022
- Assisted with students from preschool to high school age, including both general education and special education: mild/moderate to moderate/severe.
- Created lesson plans based on curriculum objectives outlined by district standards.
- Familiar with STAR Autism Support Curricula.
- Facilitated inclusion opportunities for special education students within general education classrooms.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
- Integrated technology into daily instruction through computer programs or online resources.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored specifically for individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to special education topics such as autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate an effective learning environment.
- Collaborated with other professionals, such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, adapted physical education specialists, psychologists, and social workers, to provide comprehensive support services to special needs students.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills such as toileting and grooming to support physical and emotional well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2024
Associate of Arts - Sociology For Transfer
Mount San Antonio College
Walnut, CA06-2022
Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Behavioral plan management
- Data Collection
- Transition planning
- Social Skills Development
- Emotional Support
- IEP compliance
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Verbal and written communication
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Classroom Organization
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Pomona Unified School District
11.2015 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California - Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Sociology For Transfer
Mount San Antonio College
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